LA Galaxy are probably the biggest MLS club in terms of its worldwide fanbase, and a new LA-based side will guarantee another intense city rivalry for the league, as New York City FC will battle with New York Red Bulls from next season.

“Los Angeles is a diverse, vibrant market with millions of soccer fans, and we look forward to an intense rivalry between the Galaxy and Los Angeles Football Club,” MLS Commissioner Don Garber said at today’s press conference.

“The Los Angeles market has millions of soccer supporters, and we know that this new team can fulfill the promise of success on the field and provide a great experience for our fans,” he added.

Atlanta Football Club will also join the league in 2017 as MLS continues to grow at an alarming rate.

New York City FC and Orlando City Soccer Club will start playing from March, and another two franchises are set to join in 2020, with David Beckham’s Miami franchise still expected to be one of them despite ongoing stadium issues.

This season saw the highest average attendance figures across the league ever, and the incredible speed that Major League Soccer is developing at is not set to slow down anytime soon.